Origin
Erie, KS
Night in Erie on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Erie, KS to Leawood, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 47m
Distance
129.1 mi
208 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 37m
★
6 AM
2h 48m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 55m
12 PM
2h 53m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 8m
8 PM
2h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Erie, KS
Tien Nguyen
Leawood, KS
Спиридон Варфаламеев
Trip Overview
Erie, KS to Leawood, KS is 129.1 miles and takes about 2h 47m via US 59 and I 35, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive across Kansas. You'll primarily navigate main roads like US 59 and I 35, making it a practical choice for a single-day journey. The relatively short duration and moderate fuel cost suggest this is an easy drive, perfect for a quick transition between locations or a day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.5 miles from Erie, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 59 | 36.1 mi | 40m |
| I 35 | 29.6 mi | 31m |
| 4200th Street | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| Cedar Street | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| 400 Road | 12.1 mi | 17m |
| Pratt Road | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| US 50 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Udall Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
US 59
— 36.1 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, KS and Leawood, KS.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto West State Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Street
3
Turn right onto US 59
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Pratt Road
4
Turn right onto US 59; KS 39
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
220th Road
5
Continue on US 59; KS 39
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Udall Road
6
Continue on US 59
12 mi
·
18 min
·
4200th Street
7
Continue on US 59
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Cedar Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 59; KS 31
12 mi
·
17 min
·
400 Road
9
Turn right onto US 59; US 169; KS 31
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 59; US 169; KS 31
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Enter roundabout onto US 59; US 169 Business; KS 31
224 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 59; US 169 Business; KS 31
11
Continue on US 59; US 169 Business; KS 31
22 mi
·
25 min
·
US 59; US 169 Business; KS 31
12
Take the exit onto US 59
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
Toward I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
13
Continue on I 35; US 50
30 mi
·
31 min
·
I 35; US 50
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit onto US 50
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
US 50
Exit 222A
Toward I 435 East, US 50 East
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 75B
Toward State Line Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto State Line Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Line Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto West 95th Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
West 95th Street
18
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lee Boulevard
19
Turn left onto West 90th Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 90th Street
20
Arrive at destination
West 90th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 47 minute duration, departing in the morning allows ample time for arrival and settling in the same day. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short distance, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel as the estimated cost is $20, and utilize the services along I 35 as needed. A useful tip for this route is to be aware of potential traffic increases on I 35 as you get closer to Leawood, especially if traveling during peak commute hours.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.5 miles from Erie, KS, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 28 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.5 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Leawood, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Erie, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Erie, KS
This is one driving day of about 129.1 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Erie, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 59 for about 36.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.5 miles from Erie, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 126 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West State Street
Turn left onto West State Street
Navigation decision point
5
40.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 59; KS 31 / 400 Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 59; KS 31 / 400 Road
Navigation decision point
6
79.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
US 59
Take the exit onto US 59 toward I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Law...
8
118.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
|
US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward I 435 East, US 50 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 222A
Toward I 435 East, US 50 East
7
126 mi into trip
|
~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward State Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 75B
Toward State Line Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.18 one way
$40.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.16 | $44.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.84 | $49.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.50 | $57.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.7 | 0 | $13.56 | $6.20 |
| Efficient EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.07 | $8.26 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Leawood, KS
Night in Leawood on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 47m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 57% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 59 and I 35, providing opportunities for sustained highway speeds. The longest uninterrupted drive segment is 36.1 miles on US 59, allowing for a solid block of driving before needing to adjust. The road character shifts as you progress, moving from potentially more rural highway sections to interstate travel as you approach the Kansas City metropolitan area.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.1 mi on US 59.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near West State Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 47m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (West State Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.7 miles (US 59; KS 31 / 400 Road): Navigation decision point; at 79.3 miles (US 59): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Erie, KS to Leawood, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
Kansas City
79.3 mi in
|
~1h 49m
|
via US 59
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 129.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.1 miles on US 59. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (West State Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.7 miles (US 59; KS 31 / 400 Road): Navigation decision point; at 79.3 miles (US 59): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Leawood, KS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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